The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Utilities Field Services Supervisor for the City’s Sewer and Storm Water Operations. Under the direction of the Utilities Superintendent, this position is responsible for identifying, administering, implementing, evaluating and promoting Sewer and Storm Water maintenance programs. The incumbent will supervise assigned crews, perform technically complex duties, respond to citizens' needs and inquiries, and provide responsible and technical assistance to staff.

We have one full-time, temporary, Field Pipeline Locator internship within the District in the Records Department of the Environmental & Engineering Services Division. Intern Assignments are for a 40 hour week. Duration of this assignment is expected to up to six (6) months, but can be terminated at any time. Positions operate out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location.

Utilities Field Services Supervisor #2608

Salary: 9732.00 - 11677.00 Monthly

Job Category: Utilities

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 03/05/2019

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Utilities Field Services Supervisor for the City’s Sewer and Storm Water Operations. Under the direction of the Utilities Superintendent, this position is responsible for identifying, administering, implementing, evaluating and promoting Sewer and Storm Water maintenance programs. The incumbent will supervise assigned crews, perform technically complex duties, respond to citizens' needs and inquiries, and provide responsible and technical assistance to staff.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City's emphasis on excellent customer service; will have a proven track record of reliability and dependability; will be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; have the ability to supervise and train support staff; will successfully perform work requiring analytical ability and be able to synthesize and summarize information; will use initiative and independent judgment; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public and have a sense of humor.

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Intern - Engineering Aide Pipe Locator

Vacancy #2184

Salary: 17.72 - 17.72 Hourly

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Northern Bay Area

Job Type: Internship

Close Date: Continuous

* Prequalification Questionnaire Required

Position Description

We have one full-time, temporary, Field Pipeline Locator internship within the District in the Records Department of the Environmental & Engineering Services Division. Intern Assignments are for a 40 hour week. Duration of this assignment is expected to up to six (6) months, but can be terminated at any time. Positions operate out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location.

Definition

FIELD PIPELINE LOCATOR INTERN: Under general supervision of the Engineering Support Services Manager, this position locates MMWD underground pipelines and facilities using a Metro Tech 810 DX inductive locator. This includes locating pipes in roadways and on steep slopes, which will require proper safety gear and safety practices. In addition, this work will require the ability to interpret GIS mapping data and record drawings to properly identify the location of the underground water lines. Also, proper communication skills are necessary to report and resolve discrepancies found in the field. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This position is available up to a six (6) month duration, starting in February 2019.

Desired Background: Must be 18 years or older and have a California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record. Education in the areas of engineering, Geographic Information System (GIS) and/or experience with pipe locator equipment and SAP computer system is desired. Desirable skills include ability to work independently and as a team player; detail oriented. This position performs heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and incumbents must be able to work in various terrains. Must be able to operate a variety of office equipment including, computer, fax, calculator and photocopier. Candidate should have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ESRI ArcGIS. Safety Boots are required.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline shown on this announcement:

Properly completed District application. Clearly state the title of the position for which you are applying.

Supplemental application. The attached page of supplemental questions will be a primary tool in evaluating qualifications for this position. The responses will be evaluated along with the completed application form. Applications received without completed Supplemental Responses will not be considered.

All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process.

Applicants who are selected for district employment are subject to a background check conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug and alcohol test. Depending upon job duty assignments, the applicant will be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles H-6 printout (10-year history). Current employees are exempt from this requirement.

Per Labor Code § 432.9, inquiries about an applicant’s criminal history are not made on the initial employment application. That information may be requested later for applicants who meet requirements for the position and who move forward in the recruitment process.

The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process. An eligibility list may result from this examination process.

The selected candidate, upon acceptance of a conditional offer for District employment, will undergo a background check conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test. Additionally, depending upon job duty assignments, the selected candidate may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles H-6 printout (10-year history).

Do NOT submit the DMV H-6 until requested to do so.

Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

You may apply ONLINE through CalOPPS or a manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925. The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting.

The City of American Canyon is seeking a Plant Operator I, II, or III to prioritize multiple projects, create strong working relationships with all departments, will be able to set goals and achieve them, able to work well with people at all organization levels, maintain a well-organized work area inside the facility, able to work well in a group environment and foster a team approach, maintain log and records of plant data, including entering and retrieving digital data on a PC, and interpret analytical data to make operational decisions, performs safe work practices with team members to ensure a safe working environment, conduct regular inspections of the facilities and perform operations and maintenance as dictated by O & M Manuals, and regulatory guidelines. Utilize SCADA system to monitor and operate facility, emergency on-call status, performs preventative maintenance tasks, ensures cleanliness of water reclamation treatment plant and process equipment, adheres to treatment facilities best way policies and procedures, calibrate, modify, or repair instrumentation and control equipment including recorders, flow meter, turbidity meters and other water quality monitoring equipment.

Plant Operator III

The City of American Canyon is seeing a Plant Operator III to perform, oversee, schedule, and participate in a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor in the operation and maintenance of the City’s wastewater treatment plant. This position oversees, coordinates, and assists with planning of special and capital improvement projects; analyzes and resolves work problems; coordinates operations with other teams and personnel within and outside of the Department: and participates in budget development for projects and general operations. The operations and maintenance staff is a highly motivated, project oriented, and a purpose driven team always striving to enhance, empower and exceed expectations. The City offers certification pay and continuing education opportunities and personal growth is highly anticipated and expected. The ideal candidate will be able to prioritize multiple projects, create strong working relationships with all department, will communicate clearly with the public and stakeholder groups, and will be focused on providing excellent customer service.

Department of Water & Wastewater Resources

Extended-Applications will be accepted until Friday, February 22, 2019.

Written Exam: Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

DEFINITION

Under supervision, performs electrical, preventive and corrective maintenance, modifications of existing equipment and the installation of new electrical equipment used within the wastewater treatment plant, the wastewater lift stations and the potable water pump stations and equipment; on 24-hour emergency call for electrical repairs; and performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Installs, repairs, maintains or replaces electrical equipment including but not limited to, motor control centers, generators, switchgear panels, variable frequency drives, pump controllers, large distribution breakers, motors of various sizes and voltages, ground fault systems, magnetic and solid state starters, building lighting and power, HVAC equipment, reduced voltage transformers, SCADA control systems, fused disconnects, and various size and types of lighting. Shall review plans and specifications, may inspect electrical components to be installed during new construction, equipment replacement or modification. Shall maintain equipment records on the computerized maintenance system and update drawings as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Electrical tools including but not limited to, basic hand and power tools, electric cable puller (mule), conduit benders (both hand and hydraulic), MEGGER, phase rotation meter, VOM meter, hydraulic knock-out tool, hand and power threading equipment, accepted safety practices and standards related to both personnel practices and proper handling and installation of equipment and systems. National Electrical Code; installation, operation and maintenance of motor control centers, power generation equipment, pumping control equipment with all types of motors.

Ability to: Read and interpret electrical diagrams, plans and electrical codes. Instruct others in preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment and of safe work practices. Work independently and with non-skilled electrical personnel. Interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Physical Requirements: Moderate and sometimes strenuous exertion required including crawling, stair climbing, lifting, carrying and/or handling up to 50 pounds for 30 minutes. Work in confined areas and wear protective garments. May work in conditions which require exposure to noise, noxious odors, gases and contact with wastewater.

Experience: Four years of journey-level electrical trade experience involving work performed in conformance with standard codes and both single and three phase equipment. Experience with water or wastewater utility systems desirable.

Education: Graduation from high school, or equivalent. Continuing education in related subjects is desirable.

Temporary/Hourly Meter Reader

Finance Department

Applications will be accepted for this position until a sufficient number meeting our qualifications are received. Apply immediately.

$26.48/hour

Part Time Hours: Morning/Afternoon Shifts.

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, to read, record, and report readings of meters; to make customer service changes; and to do related work as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

On an assigned route and schedule, reads utility meters and records the reading on prepared forms; removes all debris impeding meter readings such as water, dirt, etc.; removes meter register cover, when necessary, to clean and/or replace glass so that an accurate reading may be obtained; makes customer service changes, including routine service turn-on and turn-off, and delinquent account service turn-off; answers customer questions regarding meter readings. Assists in clerical operations in billing and collecting for services; notes and reports utility conditions requiring attention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: General office practices and procedures.

Ability to: Learn the methods of meter reading, office procedures relating to billing for water service, and the technical operations as related to meter reading; work responsibly and without immediate supervision in assigned duties; keep simple records and make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: None

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

Physical Requirements: An incumbent in this position is required to walk extensively, usually 3-5 miles daily; work almost exclusively outdoors under a variety of weather conditions (including rain, cold, fog, and sunshine); remove and replace meter covers weighing 5 to 50 lbs.; read on an average 300 meters daily; at each meter location may be required to bend, squat, or kneel to reach below ground level to read, clean, or remove assorted debris, dirt, or water as necessary.

Project Engineer

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

The City of Palo Alto UtilitiesPalo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to its citizens and businesses. Because of this, the City has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home-grown, and environmentally-focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility rate-making, environmental programs, and customized services.

The PositionThis position is currently in the Water engineering group and is critical to continuing water capital improvement projects. The Water engineering group is in the Water, Gas, and Wastewater (WGW) engineering division. Currently there are three major WGW capital improvement projects under construction including a very visible high priority project in the downtown area. The successful candidate will typically manage construction projects from start to finish; providing project justifications, budget analysis, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned utility capital improvement projects for the WGW utilities (such as main replacements).